Enzo Maresca Celebrates His Job Manchester City and Aims to Continue Expanding the Club’s Glory

He is convinced that he occupies "the best role in football" thanks to the winning ambition that permeates the club.

A new cycle at the Etihad

Enzo Maresca took over as the manager of Manchester City this summer, succeeding Pep Guardiola. The 46-year-old Italian arrives with a positive track record after his time at Chelsea, where he achieved a 59.8% win rate in 92 matches and lifted the 2024-25 Conference League and the 2025 Club World Cup. His preseason start with the Citizens included a penalty shootout loss to Inter, followed by two 3-1 victories against the K-League All-Stars and Atlético de Madrid.

"It's a privilege"

In an interview with the club's official media, Maresca did not hide his enthusiasm: "Absolutely yes. It's a fantastic, beautiful, and exciting job, and for me, it's a privilege." The coach highlighted the harmony with the management: "The most important thing is that they speak the same language when it comes to winning. This is a club that must win matches, titles, and compete, but we also think about how to keep improving season after season."

Maresca emphasized that from the first day he was convinced by the seriousness of the organization: "This is a club that has to win, but we also have to be better every year." His words reflect the ambition of a project that is not satisfied with what has been achieved and seeks to continue expanding its showcase.

The official debut

Maresca's competitive debut will be this Sunday against Arsenal in the Community Shield, a classic matchup that will serve as an initial measure. A week later, City will open the Premier League against Bournemouth. With a squad accustomed to glory and a coach who exudes enthusiasm, the sky-blue team begins a new chapter with the aim of maintaining their dominance.